Air India plane crash: Is seat 11A safest on plane? Not really, experts say

Saturday, 14 June 2025 (3 weeks ago)
Following the Air India crash in Ahmedabad, where only one passenger survived, speculation arose about seat 11A's safety. Aviation experts emphasize that survival is complex and depends on various factors, not solely seat location.

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